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Substation Design Manager

Edgecliff Permanent View Job Description
Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams across major high-voltage and renewable energy projects, ensuring quality, compliance, and efficient delivery. Ideal for engineers with an OHL or Protection & Control background looking to step into a senior design leadership role.
  • Lead major HV and renewable infrastructure projects
  • Step into a key leadership role in a growing EPC business

About Our Client

Our client is a Sydney-based specialist Australian EPC contractor delivering high-voltage transmission, substation, and renewable energy infrastructure projects. With a strong reputation for technical excellence and end-to-end delivery, they play a key role in enabling grid connections and supporting Australia's energy transition.

Job Description

  • Lead and manage substation design projects, ensuring compliance with Australian standards.
  • Oversee HV substation design, with a background in OHL (Overhead Lines) or P&C (Protection & Control) systems.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality design solutions.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project alignment and successful delivery.
  • Identify and manage project risks and interfaces effectively.
  • Provide leadership and mentoring to design teams, fostering professional growth.
  • Ensure timely delivery of design outputs within budget constraints.
  • Maintain and enhance quality assurance processes for design projects.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Substation Design Manager should have:

  • Proven expertise in HV transmission design particularly OHL or P&C systems.
  • Strong knowledge of Australian standards and industry regulations.
  • Experience in managing multidisciplinary design teams and projects.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in risk and interface management within engineering projects.
  • Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities.
  • A degree in engineering or a related field.
  • A results-driven approach and a commitment to delivering quality outcomes.

What's on Offer

  • Lead high-impact HV and renewable infrastructure projects
  • Clear pathway into senior leadership roles
  • Work within a technically strong, agile EPC team
  • Exposure to complex grid and BESS developments
  • Flexible working and collaborative team culture.



If you are ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply now!

Contact
Rhys James
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7047174
Phone number
0431982021

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Electrical
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Edgecliff
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Rhys James
Consultant phone
0431982021
Job Reference
JN-062026-7047174

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